1956 AC Ace vs. 2004 Honda City
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda City weights approximately 46 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2004 Honda City | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | City |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
